satisfying

adjective

sat·​is·​fy·​ing ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ 

: producing pleasure or contentment by providing what is needed or wanted : enjoyable, gratifying

a highly satisfying result/experience

a satisfying meal

No pig ever had truer friends, and he realized that friendship is one of the most satisfying things in the world.

—E. B. White

satisfyingly

ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• agreeable
• blessed
• blest
• congenial
• darling
• delectable
• delicious
• delightful
• delightsome
• dreamy
• dulcet
• enjoyable
• felicitous
• good
• grateful
• gratifying
• heavenly
• jolly
• luscious
• nice
• palatable
• pleasant
• pleasing
• pleasurable
• pretty
• savory
• savoury
• sweet
• tasty
• welcome

Examples of satisfying in a Sentence

a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day

"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores

received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts

Recent Examples on the Web

Made with all-white meat chicken marinated in a zesty jalapeño buttermilk flavor and breaded with a blend of breadcrumbs and crunchy tortilla chips, these nuggets deliver a satisfying bite. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024

And to that point, Davies promises a satisfying one. —Jessica Wang, EW.com, 17 Dec. 2024

For a person who loves movies, there are few things more satisfying than a performance that really takes you by surprise. —Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024

Maybe the key to a truly satisfying vacation in 2025 is simple: more of it. —Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above